About the Course
EdX offers an online free course about Linux. This course explores the various tools and techniques commonly used by Linux system administrators and end users to achieve their day-to-day work in a Linux environment. It is designed for experienced computer users who have limited or no previous exposure to Linux, whether they are working in an individual or Enterprise environment.
Upon completion of this training you should have a good working knowledge of Linux, from both a graphical and command line perspective, allowing you to easily navigate through any of the major Linux distributions. You will be able to continue your progress as either a user, system administrator or developer using the acquired skill set.
What you'll learn:
[1] A good working knowledge of Linux.
[2] How to navigate through major Linux distributions.
[3] System configurations and graphical interface of Linux.
[4] Basic command line operations.
[5] Common applications of Linux.
Prerequisites:
None. However, the course does assume familiarity with computers and common software, such as would be had from daily computer use.
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